Daisy

Pronunciation: /ˈdeɪzi/

Definitions of daisy

noun A small flower with white petals and a yellow center, often used to represent innocence or purity

Example Sentences

A1 I picked a daisy from the field.

A2 She loves the simple beauty of daisies.

B1 The daisy is a common flower found in many gardens.

B2 The daisy's petals are white with a yellow center.

C1 The daisy symbolizes innocence and purity in many cultures.

C2 The daisy is a member of the Asteraceae family and is known for its resilience.

Examples of daisy in a Sentence

formal The daisy is a common flower found in many gardens.

informal I picked a daisy from the field and put it in my hair.

slang She loves to wear daisies in her hair, it's her signature look.

figurative The daisy symbolizes innocence and purity in many cultures.

Grammatical Forms of daisy

• past tense: daisied
• plural: daisies
• comparative: more daisy
• superlative: most daisy
• present tense: daisy
• future tense: will daisy
• perfect tense: have daisied
• continuous tense: is daisying
• singular: daisy
• positive degree: daisy
• infinitive: to daisy
• gerund: daisying
• participle: daisied

Origin and Evolution of daisy

First Known Use: 1200 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'daisy' comes from the Old English term 'dægesege', which means 'day's eye'. This is because the flower closes its petals at night and opens them during the day, resembling an eye.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'daisy' has remained relatively consistent in its meaning as a type of flower. However, its usage has expanded to include symbolic meanings such as innocence, purity, and new beginnings.